Skaftafell campground

The campground in Skaftafell is in full service from 1 May to 30 September. Guests are permitted to camp outside the service season but must take notice of limited services.

Guests should contact the service desk at the visitor centre prior to camping. Late arrivers should make contact first thing in the morning.

The campground in Skaftafell has places for 400 tents. Reservations are not accepted unless for groups of 40 people or more.

A section is reserved for campers and camping trailers, with access to electricity. Reservations can be made for groups only.

Toilets are located in a building next to the visitor centre and also two buildings by the campsite.

Showers are located in a building next to the visitor centre and a building in the middle of the campground. The showers are operated by ISK 50 coins, so six of them are needed for a shower (6x50 = ISK 300).

A washing machine and a dryer are located in a building next to the visitor centre.

No indoor dining or cooking facilities are available for campground visitors. Dish washing can be done in kitchen sinks next to the service buildings.

Wireless internet is available on the campground. Access can be bought at the service desk in the visitor centre.

VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK PRICE LIST FOR  2011
Valid in the campgrounds at Skaftafell, Ásbyrgi and Vesturdalur

Overnighting at the campsite (per night):
Adults: ISK 1050
Children 12 years and younger stay free of charge
Children 13-16 years: ISK 500
Senior citizens: ISK 850

Other services:
Shower (4 minutes): ISK 300
Electricity (24 hrs): ISK 650
Washing machine: ISK 500
Dryer: ISK 500
Brochures: ISK 300
Assistance (per hour): 9.000 kr

Group discount:
A group of 10 people or more is given 10% discount on overnighting price when paid upfront.

 

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